Novotel Nara celebrates its second anniversary this summer with a series of culinary and hospitality offerings that highlight the regional flavors of Nara Prefecture. From August 1 through September 30, 2026, the hotel will host a “Summer Festival” themed buffet at its signature restaurant, Trattoria Ponte Nara, while providing an upgraded beverage and dining experience for guests in the Executive Lounge.
Summer Festival Anniversary Buffet at Trattoria Ponte Nara
The first-floor Trattoria Ponte Nara serves as the centerpiece for the anniversary celebrations. The menu centers on Nara-sourced ingredients, blending Italian techniques with local staples. Notable dishes include pasta with blue crab and lobster, seasoned with white miso from Nara, and Japanese-style pizza made with locally grown wheat. The buffet also features roast beef and tonkatsu (breaded pork cutlet) using local “Baaku” pork, known for its quality.
The dessert selection takes inspiration from traditional festival stalls. Guests can find playful interpretations such as takoyaki-style cream puffs and panna cotta made with milk from Uemura Farm, the oldest dairy farm in Nara. The buffet is available for both lunch and dinner, with weekend dinner service including additional items such as beef steak.
Upgraded Executive Lounge Experience
During the anniversary period, the Executive Lounge offers an elevated selection of food and beverages. Guests with lounge access can enjoy free-flow Laurent-Perrier Champagne alongside an expanded portfolio of sake from various Nara breweries. The food pairings are designed to complement the premium beverage selection, featuring seafood terrines, shrimp and avocado croissant sandwiches, and the hotel’s signature Baaku pork curry.
2nd Anniversary Special Stay Plan
A limited-time “2nd Anniversary Stay Plan” has been introduced to commemorate the milestone. The package includes original anniversary gifts and late check-out privileges. Guests booking this plan are also entered into a special lottery for the chance to win prizes, ranging from hotel stays to dining vouchers. The program aims to combine the hotel’s international hospitality standards with the distinct cultural charm of the Nara region.
Property details
- Property
- Novotel Nara
- Address
- 7-1-45 Omiyacho, Nara City, Nara Prefecture
- Access
- 8-minute walk from Shin-Omiya Station; 10 minutes by bus or 6 minutes by car from Nara Station
- Official site
- https://www.novotelnara.com/en/
- Rooms
- 264
- Pricing
- Lunch: Weekday ¥3,520, Weekend ¥3,980; Dinner: ¥6,600
- Opened
- September 4, 2024
